PRESIDENT Cyril Ramaphosa says Africa is in need of “strong democracies, accountable institutions, capable leaders, peace and stability” if the continent is to take advantage of the potential of its vast human capital and mineral resources.
He was speaking during the commemoration ceremony of the 35th anniversary of the death of Mozambique’s first post-independence President, Samora Machel.
The commemoration ceremony was held at the site of Machel’s death, in conjunction with the Mozambican government and attended by that country’s President Filipe Nyusi.
“We have enough sun, wind and minerals to become a global leader in the green economy. We are a continent of young people, [possessing] the energy, initiative and skills to establish Africa as a new frontier of production and innovation.
“We need societies that strive for the empowerment of women and the achievement of gender equality in every area of life. We need leaders who follow in the footsteps
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